Facile Preparation of All Cellulose Self-reinforced Nanocomposites from Bamboo Shoot Fibers

Abstract

Herein, a novel and facile fabrication method of self-reinforced all cellulose nanocomposite based on 2,2,6,6-tetramethylpiperidine-1-oxy (TEMPO) mediated oxidized bamboo shoot shell fibers was introduced. The composites were thoughtfully characterized. Cellulose nanowhiskers from the bamboo shoot fibers with the diameter of 60–90 nm and a large number of micropores were evenly distributed on the surface of the nanocomposite. Compared with the original fiber, the crystallinity of the composites increased, while the thermal stability decreased. The composite also showed good mechanical property and dimensional stability. It provides a promising and convenient route to obtain firm sheet-materials with micro- or nano- structures from nature cellulose fibers.

Production and Application of Cellulose, Dietary Fiber, and Nanocellulose from Bamboo Shoot

“…The nanocomposite has good dimensional stability indicating the possibility for replacing hard-wood resources and the great potential for utilizing agricultural wastes. It provides a promising and convenient route to obtain film sheet materials with micro-or nano-structures from nature cellulose fibers [56]. Due to their hydrophilic tendencies, CNCs are modified to act as hydrophobic drug carriers.…”